There’s a new Netflix show that everyone’s talking about. It’s called ‘Monsters’ and it’s based on the true story of the Menendez brothers, who were found guilty of murder in 1996. Over two decades later, U.S. authorities have now announced they will review new evidence in the case. In today’s podcast, we’ll explore the case that’s got everyone talking, and what could happen now that the LA District Attorney is considering new evidence.

Hosts: Zara Seidler and Sam Koslowski
Producer: Orla Maher

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Have you ever avoided a visit to the dentist because of how much it costs? If you nodded yes to that question, chances are you’re not alone. According to a new report, one in two Aussies without private health insurance has avoided the dentist due to cost. In today’s podcast, we’ll explore what we learned from the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare’s report about access to dental care in this country, and what that means for the average Aussie.

Hosts: Zara Seidler and Sam Koslowski
Producer: Orla Maher

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A new digital player is helping to shape public discourse online. How an audience feels about a brand, a narrative, a personality or a scandal is being moulded by the rise of… bots. PR bots, to be exact. These bots can be programmed to target your social media algorithms and the content you do or don’t get served. In today’s podcast, we’ll explore how these digital armies can be mobilised to influence public opinion and even elections.

Hosts: Chloe Christie and Zara Seidler
Producers: Orla Maher

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Ability Fest is a not-for-profit music festival designed for everyone to experience the magic of live music. At the helm is former Australian of the Year Dylan Alcott - a big music fan, and an even bigger fan of challenging the status quo. On today's podcast, Dylan talks to Sam about his own experiences at music festivals, why Ability Fest is different, and whether its existence is actually desired. 

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There are only 28 days until the U.S. Presidential Election - and, according to most major polls, it is almost neck and neck between current Vice President Kamala Harris of the Democratic Party, and former Republican President Donald Trump. 

Whilst the polls don’t tell us much about who’s going to win, they do tell us where to look for clues - the seven important swing states, that are universally believed to be crucial to whoever will eventually take the White House. 

In today’s podcast, Sam talks to Chas Lichidello - the host of ABC’s Planet America - to go a bit deeper into this idea of swing states, opinion polling, and the art of trying to predict U.S. politics. 

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The Government has released an updated list of support services available to National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) participants. It flagged planned changes earlier this year but didn’t hand down details until this week. Internet, gym memberships, marriage counselling, wellness coaching and sex services are among the list of things not covered by the NDIS. Some disability advocates have raised concerns that they weren't given enough notice about the changes. In today's deep dive, we'll explore what's changed, what it means for participants, and what the reaction has been like.

Hosts: Zara Seidler and Harry Sekulich
Producer: Orla Maher

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Democrat Tim Walz and Republican JD Vance have met for for their first (and only) Vice Presidential debate. The VP hopefuls debated on issues including climate, the economy, immigration, abortion and gun rights. With just over a month until the U.S. election, what do we know about the men hoping to become second-in-command to the future president? We'll take you through the highlights from the VP debate in today's deep dive.

Hosts: Emma Gillespie and Sam Koslowski
Producer: Orla Maher

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The Australian Federal Police (AFP) is investigating six reports of protesters displaying banned symbols, including Hezbollah flags, at a Melbourne protest over the weekend. Last year, new laws passed Parliament banning public displays of hate symbols, including terrorist organisations. This is now expected to be the first test of the Government's hate symbol laws.

Hosts: Harry Sekulich and Emma Gillespie
Producer: Orla Maher

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Over the weekend, Hezbollah’s long-time leader, Hassan Nasrallah was killed by an Israeli airstrike in Lebanon. It marks a significant shift in the region, with Nasrallah having been in power for over thirty years. In today’s podcast, we’ll explain how we got here and what it means for the conflict between Israel and Hezbollah moving forward.

Hosts: Zara Seidler and Emma Gillespie
Producer: Orla Maher

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The consumer watchdog has accused Coles and Woolworths of unlawfully misleading customers through “discount pricing claims”. The latest Roy Morgan trust data tells us that Coles and Woolies are some of Australian shoppers’ least trusted brands. Yet so many of us can't help but gravitate towards their “special buys”. So, what keeps drawing us in? Consumers are drawn to reduced prices in a cost-of-living crisis, but psychological factors can also significantly influence our purchasing behaviours. In today’s deep dive, we’ll explore the science behind supermarket discounts, and how consumer behaviour influences retailers’ tactics. 

Hosts: Emma Gillespie and Zara Seidler
Producer: Orla Maher
Thanks to: Dr Gavin Northey from Griffith University, and Melbourne University Associate Professor, Anish Nagpal.

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